If you’re an avid fisherman, chances are you’ve had to kill a fish or two in your day. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve probably wondered what the most humane way to do so is.
After all, we would never dream of just bashing a fish over the head and leaving it to die, so why is it that so many of us are content to just let them suffocate on the deck of the boat?
Well, wonder no more, my friend. I did some research, and today I’m going to tell you exactly how to kill a fish in the most humane way possible.
What is the Most Humane Way to Kill a Fish?
The most humane way to kill a fish is by using a method called “fish stunning.” Fish stunning involves using either electricity or cold water to render the fish unconscious before killing it.
This method is considered more humane because it prevents the fish from feeling pain during the actual killing process.
There are two ways to go about fish stunning. The first is by using an electrical current. This can be done by either passing an electrical current through the water (if you’re fishing in a river or lake) or by using a handheld device called a “stunner” on the fish itself.
The second way to stun a fish is by using cold water. This can be done by submerging the fish in extremely cold water (below freezing) for a period of time.
Once the fish has been stunned, it can then be killed in any number of ways, including but not limited to: bleeding out, decapitation, or asphyxiation.
Conclusion
So, there you have it! The next time you go out fishing and find yourself having to kill a fish, remember to use one of these methods to do so in the most humane way possible. Your conscience will thank you for it.
